Ripley, Mississippi
Ripley: city in Mississippi, United States
About
Ripley is a city located in the county of Tippah in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,395 and a population density of 182 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,189 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Ripley
| Population | 5,189 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Tippah County |
| Postal code | 38663 |
| Phone Area Codes | 662 |
| Area | 29.67 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.7298,-88.9506 |
| Altitude | 499 feet / 152 meters |
| Capital city | Ripley is capital of Tippah County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 22:09:01 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 175 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.97% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Ripley is located at 34°43'47"N 88°57'2"W (34.7298200, -88.9506200).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Ripley decreased by 3.97% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,395 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,349 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,322 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,329 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,302 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,299 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,317 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,272 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,285 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,273 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,189 | -1.62% | estimation process |
People born in Ripley (8)
People born in Ripley, including Player of football Kendall Simmons, Protestant Christian Evangelist Carroll Roberson, Baseball player and coach Dolly Stark, .
More notable people
- Gavin Walls (American football player) he was born in 29/01/1980
- James Frank Hopkins (Founder of Sigma Nu fraternity) he was born in 30/12/1845
- Jim Miller (former American college and professional football player (punter)) he was born in 05/07/1957
- John Faulkner (American author and artist; brother of author William Faulkner) he was born in 24/09/1901
- Lee Yancey (Mississippi State Senator) he was born in 29/07/1968
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Ripley, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175698 | Fosters Cosmetology College | Ripley (MS) | 38663-0066 |
| 175430 | Blue Mountain College | Blue Mountain (MS) | 38610-9509 |
| 176169 | Northeast Mississippi Community College | Booneville (MS) | 38829 |
| 451343 | Corinth Academy of Cosmetology | Corinth (MS) | 38834 |
| 176318 | Rust College | Holly Springs (MS) | 38635 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Ripley, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEM | Central Station | Central Station | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Ripley.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Ripley Post Office | Ripley (MS) | 38663 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Ripley, Tennessee city in Tennessee, United States with a population of 7,624 people.
- Ripley, West Virginia town in West Virginia with a population of 3,139 people.
- Ripley, New York census-designated place in Chautauqua County, New York with a population of 2,266 people.
- Ripley, Ohio village in Brown County, Ohio with a population of 1,002 people.
- Ripley, Indiana human settlement in Indiana, United States of America with a population of 972 people.
- Ripley, Maine human settlement in Somerset County, Maine, United States of America with a population of 479 people.
- Ripley, Oklahoma city in Payne County, Oklahoma, United States of America with a population of 414 people.
- Ripley, Illinois human settlement in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 82 people.
Other cities in Tippah County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tippah County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Mountain | 933 | Town in Tippah County, Mississippi |
| Falkner | 482 | Human settlement in Tippah County, Mississippi, United States of America |
| Dumas | 474 | Human settlement in Tippah County, Mississippi, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Ripley distances to largest Mississippi cities